Chrysoberyl from Novello Mine, Masvingo, Zimbabwe - image 1
Chrysoberyl from Novello Mine, Masvingo, Zimbabwe - image 2

Chrysoberyl from Novello Mine, Masvingo, Zimbabwe

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A loose twinned translucent crystal grouping of chrysoberyl, this is the variety known as alexandrite. Fine thumbnail in great condition.

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SpeciesChrysoberyl
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.3 x 1.8 x 0.4 cm
Added on03/11/2026
LocalityZimbabwe, Masvingo, Novello Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Chrysoberyl
Mineral guide
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sharp twinned crystals, alexandrite color change, and cat’s-eye chatoyancy; prized by collectors with notable localities in Espírito Santo, Brazil.
Chrysoberyl
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Chrysoberyl from Novello Mine
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Locality guide
Novello Mine
Novello Mine, Zimbabwe — a classic chrysoberyl and alexandrite locality near Masvingo, prized for twinned crystals, alexandrite color change, and its old-Afric…